A procedure that is completed by penetrating the structures of the skull to relieve pressure on the brain is called what?
A) craniotomy
B) cranial puncture
C) incision of brain
D) excision of brain tissue
B
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You are called for an elderly man who was found lying on the sidewalk early on a cold winter morning. He has a light jacket on, but it appears he has been outside overnight. There is a pile of mail scattered nearby. Your assessment shows that his extremities are very cold and he seems disoriented. He groans when you palpate his pelvis. You should suspect he is suffering from:
A) Alzheimer's disease. B) a medication overdose. C) a closed head injury. D) hypothermia.
The responsibility of the DRG Coordinator is to:
A) review patient records for incomplete data. B) perform clinical research reports. C) enforce confidentiality. D) optimize reimbursement through correct billing and documentation. E) protect medical record data.
A condition of an underactive thyroid gland is called _________
a. hypothyroidism b. hyperthyroidism c. diabetes mellitus d. Parkinson's
The SOAP documentation format is most commonly used in which healthcare setting?
A. physician's office B. hospital inpatient C. outpatient diagnostic department D. hospital emergency department